COURSE OVERVIEW:
Learning disability is a general term that describes specific kinds of learning problems. A learning disability can cause a person to have trouble learning and using certain skills. The skills most often affected are reading, writing, listening, speaking, reasoning, and doing math.
Learning disabilities (LD) vary from person to person. One person with LD may not have the same kind of learning problems as another person with LD. There is no one sign that shows a person has a learning disability. Experts look for a noticeable difference between how well a child does in school and how well the child could do, given his or her intelligence or ability.
Researchers think that learning disabilities are caused by differences in how a person’s brain works and how it processes information. Children with learning disabilities are not “dumb” or “lazy.” In fact, they usually have average or above-average intelligence. Their brains just process information differently.
There is no “cure” for learning disabilities. They are lifelong. However, children with LD can be high achievers and can be taught ways to get around the learning disability. With the right help, children with LD can and do learn successfully.
Success for the student with learning disabilities requires a focus on individual achievement, individual progress, and individual learning. This requires specific, directed, individualised, intensive remedial instruction for students who are struggling.
This course explores the various types of learning disabilities and the teaching strategies that could be used for students with LD.
The first part of this course explains and defines the most common types of learning disabilities. Then discusses their characteristics and also draw some conclusions about each.
The second part of this course presents many effective teaching strategies for students with LD that will help you teach students with learning disabilities successfully.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand:
· The different types of learning disabilities
· The challenges a child with a learning disability may have
· The auditory processing disorders and its diagnostic symptoms
· Dyscalculia (Arithmetic Disorders) and its diagnostic symptoms
· Dysgraphia (Writing Disorders) and its diagnostic symptoms
· Dyslexia (Reading Disorders) and its possible diagnostic symptoms for pre-schoolers to adults
· Dysorthographia (Spelling Disorders) and its diagnostic symptoms
· Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NLD) and its diagnostic symptoms
· Organisational Learning Disorders and its diagnostic symptoms
· Social Cue Disorder and its diagnostic symptoms in children
· Visual Processing Disorders and its common symptoms in school-age children
· The symptoms of visual processing disorders in adults
· The effective teaching strategies for students with LD
· How to prepare students for upcoming lessons?
· The strategies to assist teachers in conducting effective lessons
· How to conclude lessons?
· The strategies that may help facilitate individualising instructional practices
· The strategies to help students with LD who are poor readers improve their reading comprehension skills?
· The strategies to help students with LD master rules of phonics
· The effective approaches to help students with LD master rules of phonics
· The techniques to help students with LD who are poor spellers
· The practices to help students with LD who have difficulty with manuscript or cursive writing
· The individualised instructional practices that can help students with LD improve their basic computation skills
· The helpful organisational and study skills for academic instruction of students with LD
· The strategies that may assist LD students in developing the study skills necessary for academic success
· The effective behavioural intervention techniques
· The strategies to provide some guidance regarding the use of praise
· The special classroom seating arrangements for LD students
· The instructional tools and the physical learning environment for LD students
COURSE DURATION:
The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.
COURSE DELIVERY:
Purchase and download course content.
ASSESSMENT:
A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.